115 practice questions, each checked against the official guide.
Taken in English
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Good to know: Multiple choice, in English. All 5 questions on Australian values must be answered correctly, as well as reaching 75% overall.
Official source, checked October 16, 2026
Answer each one in your head, then open the answer to see why it is right.
1.What is the capital city of Australia?
Answer: Canberra
Canberra is the national capital, in the Australian Capital Territory. Sydney is the largest city, but it is the capital of New South Wales.
From the official guide: “Canberra is Australia’s capital city” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
2.Which body collects tax in Australia?
Answer: The Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
Tax is paid out of the money you earn and is collected by the ATO. Taxes pay for services such as healthcare, education, defence and roads.
From the official guide: “is collected by the ATO” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
3.Voting in Australian elections is by secret ballot.
Answer: True
A secret ballot means you are free and safe to vote for any candidate. Nobody is allowed to know how you voted unless you choose to tell them.
From the official guide: “voting in an election is by secret ballot” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
4.Physical violence against a spouse or partner is a criminal offence in Australia.
Answer: True
Men and women are protected by the law from intimidation and violence. Violence against a spouse or partner is never acceptable.
From the official guide: “it is a criminal offence in Australia” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
5.On what date is Anzac Day commemorated each year?
Answer: 25 April
Anzac Day is a solemn day of remembrance. It honours all Australians who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
From the official guide: “Anzac Day is commemorated on 25 April each year.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
6.Australia has an official national religion.
Answer: False
People in Australia are free to follow any religion they choose, or none. The government is secular and has no official religion.
From the official guide: “Australia has no official national religion.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
7.What is legislative power?
Answer: The power to make laws
The Constitution divides power three ways. Parliament has legislative power, which means it can make and change the laws.
From the official guide: “Legislative power is the power to make laws.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
8.Australian laws apply only to Australian citizens.
Answer: False
The law applies to everyone who is in Australia. Whatever your background or culture, you must follow Australian laws.
From the official guide: “Australian laws apply to all people in Australia.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
9.What is Australia’s national flower?
Answer: The golden wattle
The golden wattle is a small tree that grows mainly in south-eastern Australia. Its green and gold are also the national colours.
From the official guide: “Australia’s national flower is the golden wattle.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
10.What is Australia’s system of government?
Answer: A parliamentary democracy
In a parliamentary democracy citizens vote for people to represent them in parliament. Those representatives must answer to the people at elections.
From the official guide: “Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary democracy.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
11.What is a proposal for a new law called?
Answer: A Bill
A member of parliament who wants a new law, or a change to one, introduces a Bill. Both Houses consider, debate and vote on it.
From the official guide: “this proposal is called a ‘Bill’” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
12.You should follow the law even if no one is watching.
Answer: True
Commitment to the Rule of Law is an Australian value. Everybody should obey the law at all times, or face penalties.
From the official guide: “You should follow the law even if no one is watching.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
13.On what date is Australia Day celebrated each year?
Answer: 26 January
Australia Day is a public holiday in every state and territory. It is the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788.
From the official guide: “On 26 January each year, we celebrate Australia Day.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
14.In Australia a person can be forced to join a trade union.
Answer: False
Freedom of association includes the freedom not to join. Nobody can be forced into joining an organisation.
From the official guide: “People can also decide not to join, and cannot be forced into doing so.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
15.According to the booklet, who is Australia’s Head of State?
Answer: The King of Australia
Australia’s Head of State is the King of Australia, named in the booklet as King Charles III. The King does not have a day-to-day role in government.
From the official guide: “Australia’s Head of State is the King of Australia” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
16.Voting is compulsory in Australia.
Answer: True
Compulsory voting shows how important taking part in elections is. The power of the government comes from the people who vote.
From the official guide: “Voting is compulsory in Australia.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
17.What is Australia’s national language?
Answer: English
English is the national language and part of the national identity. Other languages are valued too, including more than 100 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.
From the official guide: “Australia’s national language is English.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
18.From what age must Australian citizens vote in federal and state or territory elections?
Answer: 18
Voting is a responsibility, right and privilege for citizens aged 18 or over. It is compulsory in federal and state or territory elections.
From the official guide: “all Australian citizens aged 18 years or over” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
19.What is the leader of a state government called?
Answer: The Premier
Each state has a Premier who leads its government. The Governor of a state represents the King.
From the official guide: “The leader of a state government” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
20.What is “mateship”?
Answer: Helping each other in times of need
Mateship might mean taking a meal to an elderly neighbour or driving a friend to a medical appointment. It is behind Australia’s strong tradition of community service and volunteering.
From the official guide: “We help each other in times of need.” Official source, checked October 14, 2026
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